Head of Property Finance

  • Trace | Expert Accountancy & Finance Recruitment
  • 23/10/2026
Full time Real Estate Management Property

Job Description

Head of Property Finance
London Hybrid Working
£75,000

Are you a qualified accountant with strong property finance experience looking for a senior leadership role with broad commercial and strategic responsibility?

We're seeking a Head of Property Finance to lead the financial management of a diverse property portfolio and associated commercial activities. Reporting to the CFO, you'll oversee budgeting, forecasting, reporting, compliance, VAT, audits, procurement, and financial controls, while partnering with senior stakeholders to drive performance and support key property projects.

What you'll do:

  • Lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and management reporting
  • Oversee property accounting, service charges and commercial tenant invoicing
  • Ensure strong financial controls, audit readiness and regulatory compliance
  • Manage VAT and statutory reporting requirements
  • Support procurement, contract management and major property initiatives
  • Lead and develop a small finance team

What we're looking for:

  • CCAB-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CIPFA)
  • Significant experience in financial management and reporting
  • Strong understanding of VAT, audit and financial controls
  • Advanced Excel and accounting systems expertise
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Property, real estate, charity or commercial finance experience desirable

This is an excellent opportunity to combine technical finance leadership with commercial influence in a role that offers real variety, visibility and impact.
Apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation.